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Air India has unveiled its highly anticipated new uniforms for cabin and cockpit crew, marking the dawn of a new era in inflight couture. Designed by renowned Indian couturier Manish Malhotra at his Mumbai atelier, the uniforms showcase a vibrant array of colors and timeless designs. This collection harmoniously blends rich Indian heritage and aesthetics …

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Starting May 18, 2024, travelers flying from London Stansted Airport will have the option of choosing British Airways as a premium airline. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

In the world of commercial aviation, where precision and functionality reign supreme, there exists a lesser-known sanctuary that caters to rest for the cabin crew. Away from the eyes of passengers, these dedicated professionals retreat to designated crew rest areas strategically placed within the aircraft during long-haul flights. While you’re reclining in your seat, sipping …

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The American Express Global Business Travel forecast anticipates a decrease in airfares between Australia and Asia, North America and Europe as well as between Europe and Asia in 2024. According to the annual report, business class flights from Australia to Asia are projected to decline by 5.1%, with economy class experiencing a 3.4% reduction. Similarly, …

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An Arkia Airlines flight from Eilat, Israel safely touched down at Israel’s Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport on Friday, despite a barrage of rockets fired by Hamas from the Gaza Strip towards the central part of the country. הצנזורה התירה לפרסום: אמש במהלך הירי מעזה לעבר יישובי המרכז – מטוס תועד נוחת בנתב”ג על רקע …

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During the winter season, you may have noticed a truck spraying liquid over planes. What’s that liquid, and what does it do to the plane? read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Delta Air Lines announced that it will launch its first nonstop route between the United States and Taiwan next summer. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Nearly 200 passengers had to evacuate a Buzz Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport early on Sunday. The evacuation was prompted by smoke filling the cabin when the pilots started the engines in preparation for takeoff. Buzz is a Poland-based partner of the Irish discount air carrier Ryanair, and the affected flight, bound …

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Southwest Airlines flight attendants have rejected a new contract that has been reached between the union and the airline. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Continuing its journey to expand globally and to celebrate the festive season, Vietjet launched the inauguration of two new international routes: Hanoi – Jakarta (Indonesia) and Phu Quoc – Busan (South Korea), linking Vietnam’s top destinations to popular destinations across Asia.  In Hanoi, the Indonesian Ambassador to Vietnam, Mr. Denny Abdi, along with airport and Vietjet’s leaders, …

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In the early 1990s, Oasis International Airlines had carved out a successful charter operation to various European destinations. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

he latest airline to join the Nigerian aviation industry, NG Eagle, has today launched its inaugural flight between the megacity of Lagos and the capital, Abuja. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Volga-Dnepr Airlines has sued the Canadian government, asking a federal court to declare invalid Canada’s sanctions against the Russian airline and seize of its Antonov An-124. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Harbour Air, the world’s second-largest water-based commercial airline with 45 floatplanes, is leading the way with an all-electric aircraft. The company is based in British Columbia on the west coast and flies up to 28 times a day in each direction between Vancouver and Victoria, Vancouver Island. It carries about 440,000 customers each year in …

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Today in 2002, United Airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking the largest airline bankruptcy ever and one of the largest bankruptcies in US history. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

This week, Delta Air Lines flew from New York to Miami with their invite-only, art-themed charter, carrying the airline’s artist collective about to show its aerostructure-made artwork. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Thursday’s ruling by an Irish high court declared screen scraping by online travel agents illegal. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

The US DOT trial regarding the proposed acquisition of Spirit by JetBlue has concluded with closing arguments from US District Judge William Young. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Cathay Cargo has placed an initial firm order with Airbus for six A350 freighters and secured the right to acquire 20 more aircraft. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

An Emirates Airbus A380-800, performing flight EK-421 from Perth, Australia to Dubai (United Arab Emirates), was enroute at 38,000 feet over the Arabian Sea when the aircraft encountered turbulence causing injuries to a number of cabin crew and passengers. According to The Aviation Herald the airline reported the aircraft briefly encountered unexpected turbulence mid flight …

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“We have a high-density seating with 320 total capacity, including a very small Business Class with 16 lie-flat seats in staggered 1-2-1 configuration and 28 Premium Economy seats,” Hoensbroech points out. However small, WestJets long-haul Business Class is considered the best of any Canadian carrier by many frequent fliers. Airlineratings tried it out and found …

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United Airlines will launch a new seasonal daily service between San Francisco International Airport Barcelona-El Prat International Airport. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Reuters is reporting that Boeing is in advanced talks to sell around 80 wide-body 787 Dreamliner jets to Thai Airways after apparently pulling ahead of Airbus in a closely watched fleet renewal deal. Reuters reported in September that Thai Airways was boosting its requirements to as many as 80 wide-body jets and 15 smaller aircraft. The airline has …

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Porter Airlines announced that it will launch nonstop flights between Ottawa International Airport and Winnipeg Richardson International Airport beginning in Spring 2024. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

easyJet announced that it will base a sixth aircraft at Scotland’s Glasgow Airport, creating 40 new jobs. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Air New Zealand has unveiled its latest move in its Mission Next Gen Aircraft initiative, picking BETA Technologies’ ALIA CTOL as its first-ever next-gen aircraft. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Kansai International Airport has officially reopened its newly renovated international terminal. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”